HL Deb 24 October 2000 vol 618 c23WA
Lord Laird

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What representation they have made to Sinn Fein about the recent conviction in Florida of members of the IRA who were purchasing modern arms. [HL4064]

Lord Falconer of Thoroton

The Government have consistently made clear to all parties that they must abide by the absolute commitment in the Good Friday Agreement to exclusively peaceful and democratic means.